Job Summary Join our dedicated dietary team as a Dietary Aide/Cook, where you'll play a vital role in providing nutritious, delicious meals to our residents while ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming dining environment. This energetic position offers the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and compassion, supporting the health and well-being of our residents. Your expertise in food preparation, adherence to dietary requirements, and commitment to safety will help create positive dining experiences every day. Duties Prepare and serve meals in accordance with dietary plans and safety standards, ensuring nutritional needs are met for geriatric patients. Assist with food production, including cooking, plating, and portioning meals efficiently to maintain quality and presentation. Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas, including sanitation of equipment, utensils, and work surfaces following food safety regulations. Operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively, including ovens, mixers, and dishwashers, while adhering to safe lifting practices for heavy loads. Support dietary department operations by cleaning and assisting with food handling and sanitation duties. Follow proper manual handling procedures during heavy lifting tasks to prevent injury and promote workplace safety. Document meal service activities accurately and assist with inventory management of food supplies and kitchen materials. Skills Proven experience working in nursing homes with a strong understanding of geriatric dietary needs. Extensive food production and preparation skills within the food industry or culinary settings. Knowledge of food safety protocols, sanitation practices, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. Familiarity with operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Strong understanding of nutrition principles relevant to elderly populations and adherence to dietary requirements. Excellent customer service skills with a compassionate approach when working with residents. Basic math skills for portion control, inventory counting, and meal planning tasks. Join us in making a meaningful difference through nutritious meal service! We value energetic team players committed to providing exceptional care while fostering a safe and positive environment for our residents.

Pay:

$12.00 - $16.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person